Easy Instant Pot Beef Stew
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 lbs beef stew meat
cut into ½ inch cubes
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- 3 cloves garlic
minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 8 oz can tomato sauce
- 3 c. low sodium beef broth
- 1 yellow onion
peeled and chopped
- 3 c. potatoes
peeled and diced
- 4 carrots
peeled and sliced
- 3 Tbsp water
- 3 Tbsp cornstarch
- Parsley
optional
Directions
- 1
Turn the Instant Pot to Saute, then select More. Wait for the pot to heat up, then add the oil.
- 2
Add stew meat to the pot and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side or until browned.
- 3
Add garlic, paprika, Worcestershire sauce, tomato sauce, beef broth, onion, potatoes and carrots.
- 4
Stir to combine. Seal the Instant Pot and set it to Manual High Pressure for 30 minutes.
- 5
When cooking time is done allow to pressure to natural release for 10 minutes. Carefully vent the pressure valve to allow any additional pressure to release after 10 minutes.
- 6
In a small bowl combine water and cornstarch until smooth to create a slurry.
- 7
Pour mixture back into the pot, and turn the pot back to the Saute function.
- 8
Simmer for 3-5 minutes or until stew has started to thicken.
- 9
Sprinkle with parsley, then serve.
Easy Instant Pot Beef Stew
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About this Recipe
Craving a deeply satisfying beef stew but short on time? Our Easy Instant Pot Beef Stew brings that classic comfort food to your table in a fraction of the traditional cooking time, delivering rich, hearty flavors that taste like they've simmered all day. This recipe leverages the power of your pressure cooker to transform simple ingredients into a gourmet experience with minimal effort.
The magic of the Instant Pot allows even tougher cuts of beef, like the stew meat called for, to become incredibly tender and succulent. Simultaneously, it infuses every vegetable—from the humble potato to the sweet carrot—with savory goodness. This pressure cooking technique is the perfect solution for achieving that slow-cooked depth of flavor at weeknight speed. The combination of Worcestershire sauce and tomato sauce with garlic and paprika builds a complex flavor base, while the simple cornstarch slurry ensures a beautifully thickened, glossy gravy that clings to every bite.
Prepare for tender, melt-in-your-mouth beef cubes nestled among soft, flavorful carrots and potatoes, all swimming in a luscious, savory gravy. The minced garlic and paprika contribute a subtle warmth and aromatic depth, while the Worcestershire sauce and tomato sauce provide essential umami complexity, creating a truly well-rounded taste. This hearty dish offers a profoundly comforting experience, perfect for a chilly evening or a satisfying family meal. Each spoonful promises a harmonious blend of textures and tastes, from the rich beef to the sweet carrots and earthy potatoes, ensuring a truly fulfilling and delicious meal.
This hearty stew is wonderfully adaptable to your preferences. Feel free to adjust the amounts of potatoes and carrots to ensure there's plenty of your favorite vegetable in every spoonful. For a bright, fresh finish and an appealing pop of color, a generous sprinkle of fresh parsley, as suggested, is highly recommended and truly elevates both the presentation and the overall taste.
Serve this comforting Easy Instant Pot Beef Stew piping hot. It pairs beautifully with some crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the rich gravy, or alongside a simple green salad for a complete meal. Its robust flavors make it an ideal choice for a cozy family dinner or entertaining friends.